re: New Neighbor Tried to Break in Last Night: How to Proceed?

Also, I would throw out that the neighbor/situation violates the Implied Warranty of Habitability. Write a letter to your landlord (notarized, sent first class, and make copies), and send it to them asking for a resolution. Do it again after a week. Then write an ultimatum letter, and threaten that you will be of the understanding that if there is no resolution, the terms of the agreement/lease are violated, and that you will be moving out. When said ultimatum is not met, send a final letter listing all grievances, the lack of response, and your move out date. Once again, notarize, sign, first class, etc. If they wish to charge you for breaking lease, let them know that all communications must be made between them and your attorney. Give them your attorneys contact info, etc. Also, send a follow up letter requesting your deposit back.